Table 3.
Distribution and histopathological features of sarcoptic mange lesions reported on the skin of the deceased cub N4-Keres
| Skin sample | Presence of mitesa | Hyperkeratosisb | Inflammatory Infiltrate | IHCc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ear | +++ | +++ | Few lymphocytes and macrophages |
+ (in mites and few lymphocytes and macrophages) |
| Lip | ++ | ++ | Few lymphocytes and macrophages |
+ (in mites and few lymphocytes and macrophages) |
| Nose | – | – | – | – |
| Periorbital | ++ | ++ | Few lymphocytes and macrophages |
+ (in mites and few lymphocytes and macrophages) |
| Forelimb | ++ | ++ | Few lymphocytes and macrophages |
+ (in mites and few lymphocytes and macrophages) |
| Hindlimb |
+ (only 2 mites) |
– | Scarce lymphocytes and macrophages |
+ (in mites and few lymphocytes and macrophages) |
| Belly | – | – | Scarce lymphocytes and macrophages |
+ (in few lymphocytes and macrophages) |
| Back | – | – | – | – |
aPresence of mites (on all slides): –: not detected; +: 1–2 mites; ++: 3–15 mites; +++: > 15 mites
bHyperkeratosis: –: none; +: mild; ++: moderate; +++: severe
cIHC: Immunohistochemistry (+: positive; −: negative)